BLACK CANYON OF THE GUNNISON

The Black Canyon of the Gunnison is a National park near Montrose, Colorado.  Fifty miles long, it is an amazing geological site.  The Gunnison river flows through it and eventually empties into the Blue Mesa Reservoir.  Two drives are along the two rims (North and South).  We took the North rim drive, the more popular and easy to get to of the two drives.  There are numerous places to stop along the way, some with small trails.

The north side of the canyon is very steep, and the south side is more eroded.  At the bottom of the canyon, the narrowest point is about the width of a house.  Hiking to the bottom is arduous (we're told), and requires a permit.

Be sure to take sunscreen when you visit here!

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Photographer:  Arlene M. Miller.  All photos property of Arlene M. Miller.
Location:  Colorado, USA